mother-in-law's tongue

Mother-in-law's tongue (Sansevieria trifasciata 'Black Robusta') is a drought-tolerant plant, so it does not require much water. It is best to water it deeply and infrequently, about once every 2-3 weeks. During the summer months, it can tolerate more frequent watering. Be mindful not to overwater the plant, as too much water can cause root rot. It’s important to let the soil dry out completely before watering again. A good tip is to stick your finger in the soil – if it’s still moist, hold off on watering.

Mother-in-law's tongue plants prefer very bright light, but not direct sunlight. Ambient light from a nearby window with a sheer curtain is ideal. If placing this plant in direct sunlight, it should only receive 3-4 hours of direct sunlight per day, preferably in the morning or late afternoon, as intense mid-day sunlight may be too strong.

Mother-in-law's tongue is a low maintenance plant that only requires occasional pruning. The best time to prune is during the spring months when the plant is coming out of its dormant period to optimize the plant’s growth. You should only prune off brown or dead leaves and since this is a slow-growing plant, only a small amount of pruning is necessary. Normally, you should only prune 1-2 leaves every few weeks.